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400 ALS completers earn life skills micro-certification; DepEd, UNICEF eye nationwide rollout
The Department of Education (DepEd), in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Philippines, is pushing for the national expansion of its Micro-Certification Program following the recognition of around
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MANAHI MI, MAG-ILHANAY TA (Magtatahi kami, kilalanin natin ang isa’t isa)
Sa talim ng munting karayom, hinabi muli ng mga artista mula UP Cebu ang pagkakakilanlan ng Pilipino sa bawat sinulid ng ala-ala at kultura. Nagningning ang mga talento ng kabataang
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Pangilinan pushes full enforcement of Sagip Saka Act to support local farmers
Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan on Saturday, Oct. 26, welcomed the full implementation of Republic Act No. 11321, or the Sagip Saka Act, following the issuance of Executive Order No. 101
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Discaya couple loses witness status after cooperation refusal in flood control probe
Due to the alleged multi-billion peso flood control anomalies, Pacifico “Curlee” and Cezarah “Sarah” Discaya were to be declared as hostile witnesses, facing the full weight of the law. According

Columns1 month ago
Democracy in the age of cat filters
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DOST, DepEd, CHED to boost PH students’ science interest with classroom tech, STEM reforms
To increase the interest of the Filipino students in scientific endeavors, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is collaborating with the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Commission on
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Cebu BRT next phases paused due to project issues, delays — World Bank
Citing concerns over fund utilization, international financial institution World Bank has put Packages 2 and 3 of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project on hold for the meantime and
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Police subpoenas student leaders after Martial Law commemoration protests
Most student leaders are being issued subpoenas by the police over recent anti-corruption protests, including the widely attended Sept. 21 rally that drew thousands of concerned civilians to the streets.
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Phivolcs declares alert level status on 4 volcanoes
After a series of volcanic activities, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOCS) has issued alert levels on four volcanoes in the islands of Luzon and Visayas, released through
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PNP units on alert as DOJ advances missing sabungeros investigation
The Philippine National Police (PNP) prepares for arrest against the accused in the case of missing sabungeros as the Department of Justice (DOJ) confirmed on Oct. 21 that the murder

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Sotto denies political deal as Lacson reclaims senate post
Senate President Tito Sotto denied speculation, on Oct. 22, that the resignation of Senate Blue Ribbon Committee chairperson Panfilo Lacson was meant to protect his leadership following the confirmation of
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DepEd declares nat’l wellness break after disasters disrupt classes

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ICI, crime experts team up to hunt ghost projects

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When smoke fills the sky, the atom lights the way

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Katotohanang kupas sa likod ng lasong rosas

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The fault in our apathy

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NCES 2025 Breaks Grounds for The Next Decade of Philippine Civil Engineering

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My Android warned me of an earthquake seconds before it happened—here’s how it knew

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FALSE: Apolaki Caldera will wipe out the Philippines in 2027–2028

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The never-ending wait

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Timor-Leste formally joins ASEAN as 11th member at Kuala Lumpur summit
Timor-Leste officially joined the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), becoming the regional bloc’s 11th member following a historic signing ceremony at the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Oct.
SportsYesterday
Rain fails to dampen spirits as Pacquiao, Diaz lead Batang Pinoy 2025 opening in GenSan
A light drizzle greeted the colorful opening of the Batang Pinoy 2025 National Championships, but the rain did little to dampen the energy of athletes and spectators as Olympic champion
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Eala-Kichenok tandem bow to Piter-Tjen in Guangzhou Open doubles semis
Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala and Ukrainian partner Nadiia Kichenok fell short of a finals berth after yielding to Poland’s Katarzyna Piter and Indonesia’s Janice Tjen, 6(4)-7, 6-3, 10-5, in
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PNP units on alert as DOJ advances missing sabungeros investigation
The Philippine National Police (PNP) prepares for arrest against the accused in the case of missing sabungeros as the Department of Justice (DOJ) confirmed on Oct. 21 that the murder

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Columns1 month ago
Lunod sa maling gawi
Kenjie-Aya Oyong Likas na sa Pilipinas ang pagiging habulin ng mga bagyong namumuo sa Dagat Pasipiko, ngunit hanggang ngayon parokyano pa rin ang bansa sa mga tapal-butas na aksyon. Isa
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Columns1 week ago
The fault in our apathy
Following the earthquakes that hit several parts of the country, including a magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Cebu, and 7.4 and 6.8 temblors in Davao Oriental, donation drives, relief operations, and
Columns2 weeks ago
Before the silence breaks us
“Wala lang, pagod lang ako.” We’ve all said it. That quick, automatic reply when someone asks if we’re okay—even when we’re clearly not. Because it’s easier that way. No explanations,
VIEWS2 weeks ago
The 20-peso dilemma
It’s ironic that for an administration that promised to resuscitate the agrarian sector, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. seems to have a skewed perception of fixing the food crisis in

Columns1 month ago
Justice behind schedule
Joe Vincent Fernandez What was once envisioned as a platform to amplify marginalized voices and democratize representation in Congress has become a backdoor for the dubious political lineage— an instant
Columns1 month ago
When hiya no longer applies to nepo babies
Bernadette Soriano Hiya has long been flattened into the English word “shame,” but that translation does it no justice. In our culture, hiya is not just the blush of embarrassment—it
Columns1 month ago
When truth is gagged, freedom dies
Press freedom in the Philippines is not alive—it is barely breathing. Attacks, harassment, and impunity have long strangled journalism in this country, reducing what should be a constitutional right into

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EXPLAINERS1 month ago
Pending justice: The unfinished case of Frenchie Mae Cumpio
In a country where press freedom continues to face escalating threats, the case of Frenchie Mae Cumpio stands as one of the most alarming — and enduring — examples of
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Science and Technology34 minutes ago
When smoke fills the sky, the atom lights the way
Reliance on fossil fuels keeps Filipinos trapped in unbearable heat, pollution, and frequent power outages. In the worst scenario where these energy resources deplete, the country risks facing economic and
Analytics3 days ago
WOES AFTER THE QUAKE: When aftershocks are happening ‘within’
Trigger warning: This article contains mentions of suicide. A week has passed since another earthquake shook northern Cebu. Still reeling from the devastation of the 6.9-magnitude quake last September 30,
Analytics2 weeks ago
My Android warned me of an earthquake seconds before it happened—here’s how it knew
Two seconds before the 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck roughly 60 miles from my area on September 30, my Anrdoid phone warned me to take cover. It bought our family extra time
EXPLAINERS2 weeks ago
Disaster funds, disaster deaths: How corruption killed Cebu twice
What does it take for an ordinary night to turn into a wound you carry forever? In Cebu, the answer came without warning. At 9:59 pm on September 30, 2025,
Analytics3 weeks ago
Privilege on trial: Can nepo babies end up behind bars?
The term “nepo babies” has been a fixture of social media chatter, but recent events have brought it into the realm of governance and law. What was once a discussion
EXPLAINERS4 weeks ago
Kho-nsolidated power in Masbate
In September 2025, Masbate confronted Typhoon Opong (Bualoi), a storm that left floods, collapsed infrastructure, and widespread disruption in its wake. Beyond the immediate physical damage, the calamity revealed the

EXPLAINERS1 month ago
Korina, Vico, Babao, and the timeless art of looking credible

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Science and Technology1 month ago
Tubig-ulan, ligtas nang inumin sa tulong ng mga inobasyon
Scitech1 month ago
Nasa beer na nga ba ang ‘forever’?

Science and Technology1 month ago
Meet the first AI that understands Filipino languages—made in Iloilo
“Maayo nga adlaw! Ako ang imo abyan nga AI assistant, ari para buligan ka sa bisan ano, bisan san-o, bisan diin. Ano ang pwede ko mabulig sa imo subong?” Imagine
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Skull of a million-year-old extinct elephant was found in Cagayan

Three tries, no charm in blood pressure care

UP student innovates award-winning device that may revive PH salt-farming industry

Skin Stretching Opens Door to Future Needle-Free Vaccines, Study Shows

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Features1 month ago
Bar Exam 2025 stories in IloIlo
The Bar exam is often called the hardest test in the country. But for many, it’s not just the questions that make it difficult— it’s everything that comes before and
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Features and Lifestyle1 hour ago
MANAHI MI, MAG-ILHANAY TA (Magtatahi kami, kilalanin natin ang isa’t isa)
Sa talim ng munting karayom, hinabi muli ng mga artista mula UP Cebu ang pagkakakilanlan ng Pilipino sa bawat sinulid ng ala-ala at kultura. Nagningning ang mga talento ng kabataang
Features and Lifestyle8 hours ago
FINDING NELLIE: Rediscovering roots, reviving what’s forgotten
Names do more than identify us; they connect us. They resonate in roll calls, diplomas, and school gates. Often they are spoken but seldom questioned. At Nellie E. Brown Elementary
Features and Lifestyle4 days ago
A new era for Philippine cinema is unveiling at the MMFF 2025
‘Tis the season once again for the Metro Manila Film Festival! On its 51st edition, MMFF will officially commence on December 25, 2025, showcasing the rich Filipino film industry. This
Features and Lifestyle1 week ago
The church that teaches us to rise by sinking
As a country steeped in Catholic heritage, faith often towers in gilded churches and aisles ringing with novenas and liturgies. Beneath the waters of Mapanuepe Lake, however, worship is less
Features and Lifestyle1 week ago
Amid fast franchises, this cozy tea cottage in Legazpi reminds you to slow down
Nowadays, it has become even rarer for establishments to connect with their patrons beyond regular profit-driven business models. Cafés have become crowded venues for pulling all-nighters and meeting deadlines, as
Features and Lifestyle1 week ago
Jessica Sanchez’s story of singing, striving, and soaring
She could have stayed home, curled up on the couch, one hand on her belly, waiting for her daughter to arrive. But instead, Jessica Sanchez stood under the lights of

Features and Lifestyle1 month ago
Team Conrad? Team Jeremiah? Or Team Growing Up?

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Sports3 weeks ago
Two new bodyweight categories set to shake up LA2028 weightlifting
In a landmark move for Olympic weightlifting, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has greenlit two additional bodyweight categories: one for men, one for women, cementing the sport’s evolving structure for
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